L'Homme
fresh spicy up front, then citrus, settling into aromatic.
About
L'Homme by Yves Saint Laurent is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for men. L'Homme was launched in 2006. L'Homme was created by Anne Flipo, Pierre Wargnye, Dominique Ropion and Juliette Karagueuzoglou. Top notes are Ginger, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Spices, Violet Leaf, White Pepper and Basil; base notes…
Noses: Dominique Ropion · Juliette Karagueuzoglou · Pierre Wargnye · Anne Flipo
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does L'Homme smell like?
fresh spicy up front, then citrus, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: fresh spicy, citrus, aromatic.
What notes are in L'Homme?
Top: Ginger, Bergamot, Lemon. Heart: Spices, Violet Leaf, White Pepper, Basil. Base: Tonka Bean, Cedar, Tahitian Vetiver.
How long does L'Homme last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is L'Homme loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is L'Homme best for?
Spring is the top pick (35%). Summer is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for L'Homme?
Day wear leads at 71%. Night is a secondary pick at 29%.
Is L'Homme for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 46% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made L'Homme?
Composed by Dominique Ropion and Juliette Karagueuzoglou and Pierre Wargnye and Anne Flipo. Released in 2006.
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